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General Chapter Minutes 2012

    Illinois Fox Valley

    Society for Human Resources Management

    General Meeting Minutes

    November 15, 2012

     

    Opening Remarks

    Sue welcomed everyone and introductions were made.

    Board Reports

    Dave - reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint

    Yvonne – Membership is currently at 63 members. Membership renewal packets going out next week

    Carol – no update on certification testing

    Judie – all 2013 meeting information is posted on the website

    Sandy – no update on community outreach

    Lisa – told all members that invitations for the 2012 Holiday party would be sent out soon

     

    Program

    From Potential to Stardom by Andrea Herran

     

    Meeting adjourned @ 12:55

     

    Illinois Fox Valley

    Society for Human Resources Management

    General Meeting Minutes

    October 18, 2012

     

    Opening Remarks

    Lisa welcomed everyone and introductions were made

    Board Reports:

    Dave reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint and that he is working n the 2013 budget

    Lisa announced a joint meeting that will be a half day session in February 2013

    Sandi reported that she is working on a new charity to work with for 2013

    Judie reported on our website updates and asked all members to go to the website for the latest information.

    Carol reported on the dates for the certification program testing

     

    Program

    The program was The Maintenance of HR Documentation Personnel Records by Frank Pawlak

    Meeting adjourned @ 1:05

     

    Illinois Fox Valley
    Society for Human Resource Management
    General Meeting Minutes
    September 20, 2012



    Opening Remarks

    Sue welcomed everyone and introductions were made.

     
    Board Reports

    Dave reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint.

    Yvonne updated everyone on membership status.

    Sue mentioned that our Member Christmas party is set for December 11 at Hilton Garden Hotel in St. Charles.

    Judie reported that the website will be updated with the Christmas party information.

    Sandi updated everyone on Poised for Success program and asked for more winter clothing.

    The ballot for 2013 was introduced and all new board members did a short presentation about themselves, their background and why they would like to serve on the board. Votes were cast and the new line up for 2013 is as follows:

    President Elect – Lisa Gruhke
    Past President – Sue Oswalt
    Treasurer – Dave Butts
    VP Programs – Lisa Gruhke
    Assistant VP Programs/HRCI – Carol Stone
    Assistant VP Membership – Pam Van Bogaert
    VP Membership – Yvonne Graff
    Assist VP Membership – Amy Leischner assisting as committee member
    Secretary – Sarah Sester
    Community Outreach/College Relations - Sandy Pajak
    Web Master – Judie Childress
    Workforce Development – Cathy Ann Romero
    Social Media – Lisa Babusch and Sue Oswalt
    Diversity –Susan Jayne and Joann Peterson

    Program

    The program was presentation on Bullying by Michelle Durpetti.

    Meeting adjourned at 1 p.m.

     

    Illinois Fox Valley
    Society for Human Resource Management
    General Meeting Minutes
    July 19, 2012



    Opening Remarks

    Sue welcomed everyone and introductions were made.

    Sue announced that we are still looking to fill board positions and that Karla Dobbeck and Mark Richards had stepped down from their positions.

     
    Board Reports

    Dave reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint.

    Yvonne updated everyone on membership status – 5 new members

    Lisa G gave an update on upcoming programs – might be shifting a couple due to healthcare reform.

    Judie reported on our website updates and asked everyone to complete the survey and offer testimonials for the website.

    Rebecca gave a brief update on healthcare reform.


    Program

    The program was presentation on conflict management by Laura McAdams and Linda Thomas.

    Linda Wemple sponsored our meeting today by presenting her company of Strategic Essentials..

    Meeting adjourned at 1 p.m.

     

    ILLINOIS FOX VALLEY SHRM
    GENERAL MEETING MINUTES

    MAY 17th, 2012
     

    Opening Remarks

    Sue welcomed everyone and introductions were made.

    Sue announced that we are still looking to fill board positions and to contact Sue directly if interested.

    Martha Ramirez, SHRM’s Field Service Director was introduced. Martha explained the partnership between SHRM and the chapter. She encouraged everyone to attend the August Annual event in Atlanta as well informed everyone that next year’s event will be in Chicago.

    Sue asked members to reach out to her if they are interested in going to Atlanta to use the benefit of a 5 people discount.

    Board Reports

    Dave reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint.

    Yvonne updated everyone on membership status.

    Lisa G gave an update on upcoming programs.

    Sandy reported on the status of Poised for Success and asked for more clothing donations.

    Judie reported on our website updates and asked everyone to complete the survey and offer testimonials for the website.

    Carol reported on undergoing certification programs.

    Program

    The program was presentation on Retirement Plans by Jim Jandora.

    Meeting adjourned at 1 p.m.

     

    Illinois Fox Valley

    Society for Human Resource Management

    General Meeting Minutes

    April 19, 2012

     

    Opening Remarks

    Sue welcomed everyone and introductions were made.

    Sue announced that Cara was leaving her position as Secretary and we are looking for a replacement for her position as well as Gingers position in workforce development, and a diversity leader. All jobs are posted on our website.

    Board Reports

    Dave reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint.

    Karla reported her involvement with ISO and asked that all members contribute to the discussions via Linked in. SHRM US TAG is working on those initiatives

    Lisa G gave an update on upcoming programs.

    Sandy reported on the status of Poised for Success and asked for more clothing donations.

    Judie reported on our website updates and asked everyone to go there for the latest information.

    Carol reported on a certification program available through NIU.

    The sponsor of our meeting today, Mark Richards from Webster, did a brief overview of their services.

    Program

    The program was a legal update by Jeff Risch

    Meeting adjourned at 1 p.m.

     

    Illinois Fox Valley
    Society for Human Resource Management
    General Meeting Minutes
    February 16, 2012



    Opening Remarks

    Sue welcomed everyone and introductions were made.

    Sue announced that Stephanie was leaving her position as Chapter Admin and we are looking for a replacement to work 12-15 hours per month.

    SPHR/PHR testing is coming up 5/1 – 6/30.  See SHRM website for dates, location and costs.

     
    Board Reports

    Dave reported that the chapter is in good standing from a financial standpoint.

    Karla/Yvonne reported that we currently are doing a demographic survey and 35 have responded thus far.

    Lisa reported that Health Care Reform is the topic for March.  Any suggestions for future topics should be directed to her.

    Mark reported that Cell Phones for Soldiers initiative is still going on.  

    The sponsor of our meeting today, Jim Bender from Graebel Relocation, did a brief overview of their services.


    Program

    The program was OSHA Inspections and was presented by Kathy Webb, the Area Director for OSHA.

    Meeting adjourned at 1 p.m.